1968 Ford Escort vs. 1991 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1991 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1991 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
